There’s no doubt about it: Connecticut is home to some incredible restaurants. While we love our state’s upscale eateries as much as the next person, sometimes we’d rather head off the beaten path to discover a restaurant that reminds us of simpler times.

This old-school fast-food eatery that serves up some of the best fried chicken around does just that, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

Tucked away down a quiet side street in Bristol, Connecticut, Greer’s Chicken is the definition of a hidden gem. If you didn’t know what to expect, you might drive right on by without ever realizing this spot was a restaurant.

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Oozing with small-town charm, Greer’s Chicken has been serving up mouthwatering chicken and comfort sides for more than 50 years.

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While Greer’s is known as being a caterer and not a traditional restaurant, the fried chicken is always available for take-out, and let’s just say, we can see why it’s a local favorite. It’s crispy, juicy, and delicious.

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The menu is simple, but satisfying: fried chicken, roasted chicken, buffalo wings, chicken nuggets. Add macaroni or potato salad and you’ll have a chicken dinner sure to satisfy.

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The only catch? There’s no indoor seating here. In fact, there’s barely enough space to stand inside this small shack…

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…but on a nice day, you might be lucky enough to find space at one of the picnic tables out front. Maybe we’ll wait until the snow melts to try it for ourselves…

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After just one bite of this crispy yet tender chicken, you’ll become a lifelong customer. But don’t take our word for it — visit for yourself to discover what all the hype is about.

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Greer’s Chicken is located at 64 Matthews St., Bristol, CT 06010, and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. They are closed Monday. For more information, visit their website or follow them on Facebook.

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To discover another old-school spot in Connecticut we can’t get enough of, click here to read about The Connecticut Arcade With 50 Vintage Games That Will Bring Out Your Inner Child.

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